MARYLAND STANDARD LEASE AGREEMENT


THIS RENTAL AGREEMENT executed on the _____ day of _______________,
_____ by and between _______________________ hereinafter called
LANDLORD and _______________________ hereinafter called LESSEE.

OFFER TO RENT: LANDLORD herby rents to LESSEE, subject to the following
terms and conditions of this Agreement, the premises at the following address
____________________, City of _____________, Maryland to be occupied as a
residence and for no other purpose for a term of _____________ beginning
_______________ and ending on ______________.

RENT: LESSEE shall pay to LANDLORD the total for rent for the lease term shall
be $__________________ payable in equal monthly installments of
$__________________. Rent will be collected through the following instructions
by the LANDLORD ________________________________________________.

RENT PRORATION: Should LESSEE move into the property before the end of
the month, the rent will be prorated on a daily basis starting on ______________
and payable by ______________.

DEPOSIT: Upon execution of this Rental Agreement, LESSEE deposits with
LANDLORD a security deposit for the faithful performance by LESSEE of the
terms and conditions of this Agreement. This deposit is to be returned to
LESSEE, less any damage charges, without interest, on the full and faithful
performance by LESSEE of the provisions of this Agreement, and in no way shall
be applied by LESSEE against any rentals due. SECURITY DEPOSIT in the
amount of $__________________ shall be paid upon signing of this lease.

POSSESSION: LESSEE has examined and knows the condition of the property
and by taking possession acknowledges that they have received the same in
good order and condition except as herein otherwise stated. Failure to deliver
possession of the premises at the time herein agreed shall not subject
LANDLORD to liability for damages.

ASSSIGNMENT, SUBLETTING, ABANDONMENT: LESSEE shall not assign
this Lease nor sub-let the premises or any part thereof, without the prior written
consent of LANDLORD. The consent by LANDLORD to one assignment or
subletting shall not be deemed to be consent to any subsequent assignment or
subletting. If LESSEE vacates or abandons the property, LANDLORD shall
immediately have the right to terminate this Agreement.


RIGHT OF ENTRY: LANDLORD shall have the right to enter the rental unit
during normal working hours in order to inspect the premises, make necessary
repairs, alterations or improvements, to supply services as agreed or for any
reasonable purpose. LANDLORD may exhibit the rental unit to prospective
purchasers, mortgagees, or lessees upon reasonable notice.

UTILITIES: LANDLORD agrees to pay for the following utilities and services:





All other utilities and services shall be the responsibility of the LESSEE.

MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS: LESSEE shall, at their own
expense and at all times, maintain premises in a clean and sanitary manner, and
shall surrender the same at termination hereof, in as good condition as received,
normal wear and tear excepted. LESSEE may not make any alterations to the
leased premises without the consent in writing of LANDLORD. LANDLORD shall
be responsible for repairs to the interior and exterior of the building. If the
property includes a washer, dryer, freezer, dehumidifier unit and/or air
conditioning unit, LANDLORD makes no warranty as to the repair or replacement
of units if one or all shall fail to operate. LANDLORD will place fresh batteries in
all battery-operated smoke detectors when LESSEE moves into the premises.
After the initial placement of the fresh batteries it is the responsibility of LESSEE
to replace batteries when needed. A monthly "cursory" inspection is required for
all fire extinguishers to make sure they are fully charged.

LAWN CARE: (Check One)

☐ - LANDLORD agrees to maintain the grounds in a reasonable and prudent
manner. This responsibility includes pruning of all hedges, shrubs and small
trees, weeding of flower-beds, mowing, and watering of grass during periods of
drought.

☐ - LESSEE agrees to maintain the grounds in a reasonable and prudent
manner. This responsibility includes pruning of all hedges, shrubs and small
trees, weeding of flower-beds, mowing, and watering of grass during periods of
drought.

PETS: LESSEE shall keep no domestic or other animals in or about the property
or on the premises without the written consent of LANDLORD, subject to any
additional fees, which shall be attached to this Agreement. LESSEE is

responsible for all damage that any animal causes, regardless of ownership of
said animal and agrees to restore the property to its original condition at
LESSEE's expense.

NOISE/WASTE: LESSEE agrees that he will not commit waste on the premises
or maintain, or permit to be maintained, a nuisance thereon, or use, or permit the
premises to be used, in an unlawful manner. LESSEE further agrees to abide by
any and all City noise ordinances.

COMPLIANCE WITH LAW: LESSEE agrees that during the term of the lease,
that they shall promptly comply with any present and future laws, ordinances,
orders, rules, regulation, and requirements of the Federal, State, County, City
and Municipal government or any of their departments, bureaus, boards,
commissions and officials thereof with respect to the premises, or the use or
occupancy thereof, whether said compliance shall be ordered or directed to or
against LESSEE, LANDLORD or both.

WAIVER: A Waiver by LANDLORD of a breach of any covenant or duty of
LESSEE, under the Agreement is not a waiver of a breach of any other covenant
or duty of LESSEE, or of any subsequent breach of the same covenant or duty.
No provision of this Agreement shall be considered waived unless such a waiver
shall be expressed in writing as a formal amendment agreement and executed
by LESSEE and LANDLORD.

FURNISHED UNIT: If said property is furnished, an inventory shall be attached
hereto and made a part hereof, and signed by LESSEE. LESSEE agrees not to
furnish any unit with a waterbed.

INDEMNIFICATION: LANDLORD shall not be liable for any damage or injury to
LESSEE, or any other person, or to any property, occurring on the premises, or
any part thereof, or in common areas thereof, and LESSEE agrees to hold
LANDLORD harmless from any claims or damages unless caused solely by
LANDLORD’S negligence. It is recommended that renter insurance be
purchased at LESSEE's expense.

GOVERNING LAW: This agreement shall be governed by the laws in the State
of Maryland.

ACCEPTANCE OF PROPERTY.
a. Delivered in compliance with law. LANDLORD covenants that the leased
premises and all common areas are delivered in a clean, safe and sanitary
condition, free of rodents and vermin, in a habitable condition, and in
complete compliance with all applicable law. LESSEE acknowledges that
he/she has been given an opportunity to examine the premises, that

he/she has examined the premises and found them to be in satisfactory
condition, unless otherwise specified herein.
b. List of existing damages. LESSEE has the right to have the dwelling unit
inspected by the LANDLORD in the LESSEE’S presence for the purpose
of making a written list of damages that exist at the commencement of the
tenancy if the LESSEE so requests by certified mail to the LANDLORD
within fifteen (15) days of the LESSEE’S occupancy. This list is for
information only, and LANDLORD shall not be obligated to make any
repairs except as specified herein or as required by law.
c. LANDLORD’S covenant to repair and express warranty of habitability.

COVENANTS: The covenants and conditions herein contained shall apply to and
bind the heirs, legal representatives and assigns of the parties hereto, and all
covenants are to be construed as conditions of the Agreement.

OCCUPANTS: This unit is to be occupied as a strictly private dwelling by no
more that _____ persons and no others, except by prior written approval by
LANDLORD.

NOTICES: Any notice which either party may or is required to give, may be given
to the following addresses

To LANDLORD ___________________________________________________

To LESSEE ___________________________________________________

AGENT(S): In addition to the Landlord the following person(s) are allowed on the
property: ________________________________________________________.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT: The terms and conditions of the Agreement are the
entire agreement and understanding of the parties. LESSEE acknowledges that
he has read this Agreement and understands its provisions and agrees to occupy
said premises under the terms of the Agreement.

In witness, the parties have executed this agreement on the _____ of
____________________, _______.


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LANDLORD’S SIGNATURE PRINT NAME



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LESSEE’S SIGNATURE PRINT NAME

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LESSEE’S SIGNATURE PRINT NAME